Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (LUV,LUW)
- Removal Procedure
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Warning:
Refer to Exhaust Service Warning.
- Remove the drivetrain and front suspension frame skid plate. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement.
- Disconnect the heated oxygen sensor-2. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Sensor 2.
- Remove the 3–way catalytic converter fasteners (1) and disconnect the 3-way catalytic converter (4) from the front pipe.
- Discard the exhaust gasket (2).
- Remove the exhaust front pipe (3) to the catalytic converter fasteners (1).
- Remove the front pipe (3) from the catalytic converter and discard the exhaust gasket (2).
- Installation Procedure
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- Install a NEW gasket (2) to the exhaust front pipe.
- Install the 3-way catalytic converter (4) to the exhaust isolators (3)
and tighten the fasteners (1) to 17 Y (13 lb ft)
.
- Position the exhaust front pipe (3) to the catalytic converter with a NEW gasket (2).
- Install the exhaust front pipe fasteners (1) to the catalytic converter
and tighten to 20 Y (15 lb ft)
.
- Connect the heated oxygen sensor-2. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Sensor 2.
- Install the drivetrain and front suspension frame skid plate. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement.
- Start the engine and check for exhaust leaks.
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution.
Clutch Actuator Cylinder Front Pipe Replacement
Removal Procedure
Remove the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement.
Remove as much brake fluid out of brake fluid reservoir as possible.
Unclip the clutch act ...
Exhaust Rear Muffler Heat Shield Replacement
Exhaust Rear Muffler Heat Shield Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Disconnect the exhaust system hangers ...
Other materials:
Control Solenoid Valve and Transmission Control Module Assembly Replacement
Removal Procedure
Remove the transmission control valve body cover.
Refer to Control Valve Body Cover Replacement.
Disconnect the output speed sensor electrical connector (2).
Disconnect the shift position switch electrical connector (3).
Disconn ...
Shift Fork Cleaning and Inspection (Gen 1)
Warning: Wear safety glasses to avoid injury when using compressed
air or any cleaning solvent. Bodily injury may occur if fumes are inhaled
or if skin is exposed to chemicals.
Clean the following components with a suitable solvent.
Air dry all the parts.
3rd and ...
Transmission Mount Replacement - Left Side
Removal Procedure
Remove the battery tray. Refer to
Battery Tray Replacement.
Install the engine support fixture. Refer to
Engine Support Fixture.
Remove and DISCARD the left transmission mount to
bracket bolts (1).
Remove the left transmission mo ...
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